2009 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 330 would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Cayenne. (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | BMW | Porsche |
| Model | 330 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4800 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 85 L |
